Panchghora - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Panchghora is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Baru and around 30.3 km from Alipore. Harinarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchghora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchghora is 334914. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.81 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Panchghora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchghora
According to the 2011 Census, Panchghora village had a total population of 2,689 people, including 1,383 males and 1,306 females, living in 593 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 71.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,080.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,689 | 1,383 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 172 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 551 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,813 | 989 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 394 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Panchghora
Panchghora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baneshwarpur | West | 0.35 km |
| Nurulpur | South | 1.06 km |
| Nandanpur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Hogla | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Padmerhat | West | 1.73 km |
| Jangalia | North | 1.76 km |
| Ramrudrapur | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Andilpur | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Mastikari | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Harinarayanpur | South | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchghora
Panchghora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dakshin Barasat, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Panchghora is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Panchghora is about 30.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchghora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchghora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchghora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchghora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchghora
Where is Panchghora located?
Panchghora village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchghora?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchghora is Harinarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Panchghora?
The pincode of Panchghora is 743337.
What is the population of Panchghora?
Panchghora had a total population of 2,689, including 1,383 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Panchghora?
Panchghora had 593 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchghora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchghora was 76.47%. Male literacy was 81.67% and female literacy was 71.03%.